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    Friday Five: How to have a sound night's sleep

    enMarch 15, 2019

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    • Maximize Hiring Potential with LinkedInLinkedIn is a powerful tool for small businesses to find qualified candidates. Ignoring it could mean missing out on potential hires. Consistently posting free jobs and maintaining a regular sleep schedule can lead to better energy levels and improved sleep quality.

      LinkedIn is a valuable resource for small business owners looking to hire professionals. It's like searching for your car keys in a fish tank to ignore LinkedIn when trying to find qualified candidates. Over 70% of LinkedIn users don't visit other leading job sites monthly. By posting a free job on LinkedIn, you can access a pool of professionals who might not be actively searching for a new role but could be open to the right opportunity. Regarding sleep, maintaining a consistent routine is crucial for improving sleep quality. Our bodies follow circadian rhythms, which dictate wakefulness and tiredness peaks. Keeping a regular sleep and wake schedule can help regulate these rhythms, even during weekends. Waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends, can lead to better energy levels and overall well-being. Establishing a bedtime routine and aiming for a consistent sleep schedule can significantly enhance sleep quality.

    • Create a restful sleep environmentAim for 7.5 hours of sleep, establish a routine, create a dark and quiet space, avoid caffeine, and incorporate calming activities to improve sleep quality

      Getting good quality sleep is crucial for overall well-being. Aim for 7.5 hours each night and establish a consistent routine. Create a dark and quiet sleep environment by using blackout curtains, earplugs, or a white noise machine. Establish a caffeine curfew, avoiding caffeine intake at least 5 hours before bedtime. Consider incorporating calming activities, such as an evening walk or using soothing scents like lavender, to help prepare the mind and body for sleep. Remember, prioritizing sleep can significantly improve your ability to cope with daily challenges and maintain optimal health.

    • Maintaining Brain Health: Exercise, Learn, and Reduce StressRegular physical activity, mental exercises, and stress reduction techniques can help maintain brain health, reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia, and improve overall well-being.

      Maintaining brain health is crucial for aging well and reducing the risk of conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia. Physical exercise, such as brisk daily walking, is beneficial due to the production of proteins that stimulate brain cells and improve communication. Mental exercises, like learning new things, also help activate new areas in the brain and keep mental agility sharp. However, it's essential to minimize stress levels as stress shrinks the brain's memory centers and temporarily impairs memory. Techniques like meditation, yoga, and tai chi can help reverse stress and improve overall memory and sleep quality. UnitedHealthcare TriTerm Medical plans offer flexible, budget-friendly coverage for those in between jobs or missed open enrollment, providing peace of mind for the future. And for your next trip, consider Quinn's for high-quality, ethically-manufactured essentials to elevate your travel style. In essence, a combination of physical activity, mental stimulation, and stress reduction can contribute significantly to maintaining a healthy brain and overall well-being.

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    • Discussing Gut Health, Menopause, and Hormone Health at Burleigh Manor HotelAttend an event at Burleigh Manor Hotel to learn about gut health, menopause, and hormone health. Listen to the podcast series for in-depth info on UTIs and leave reviews. Sign up for a free newsletter for well-being tips and a recipe for a chocolate treat.

      There's an upcoming event at Burleigh Manor Hotel in the New Forest, where the topic of gut health, menopause, and hormone health will be discussed. The event includes a lunch with gut-friendly menu and a few spaces still available for attendees. The podcast series, which is normally released every Wednesday, recently covered urinary tract infections (UTIs) in depth, featuring an interview with Dr. Louise Newson. The podcast series provides more in-depth information compared to the Friday 5 quick roundups. Listeners are encouraged to leave reviews on iTunes or Android charts to help boost the podcast's reach. Additionally, signing up for the free weekly newsletter at lizarwell-being.com offers a free well-being nugget and a delicious chocolate and almond tray bake recipe each Friday. Quince is recommended as a brand for affordable, ethical, and responsible manufacturing of high-end fashion and travel essentials.

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    Key Quotes:

    'Your Dracula hormone, melatonin only comes out at night, and it reacts to dim light'.

    'Insomnia is the biggest form of sleep deprivation in the UK'.

    'Throughout women's life cycle, sleep is affected, so it's normal'.

    'Have you got a strategy to get good sleep? Most people say, no, I don't think about it'.

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